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GIMMICK OR INNOVATION? AVERY REMTECH MAGNETIC CLIPLESS PEDAL REVIEW
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: ROCKYMOUNTS MONORAIL 2 HITCH RACK
MBA WRECKING CREW FAVORITE: TROY LEE DESIGNS A3 HELMET
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: HAMMERHEAD KAROO 2 CYCLING COMPUTER
VIDEO: BRANDON SEMENUK IN “BETTER LATE”
“CAUTION: TRAIL BUILDING IN PROGRESS”—THE FUNNIEST VIDEO THIS WEEK
VIDEO: DANNY MACASKILL IN EUROPE
ASK MBA: ARE CLIPLESS PEDALS REALLY BETTER THAN FLATS?
ASK MBA: GIVING THE BOOT TO FLAT TIRES
ASK MBA: WHAT’S UP WITH GPS DATA INCONSISTENCIES?
ASK MBA: WHAT’S A SAFE FOLLOWING DISTANCE WHILE RIDING?
RICHIE RUDE’S YETI SB 150 ENDURO RACE SETUP AND SECRETS TO WINNING
FINN ILES: HOW HE BECAME A STAR WHEN HE WAS 14
KIALANI HINES’ SECRETS TO SPEED
RIDING WITH MOUNTAIN BIKE PRO ATHLETES
UTAH DEBUTS NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK THIS SUMMER
THE ESCAPE: BACK TO THE ROOTS WITH FRISCHI
“A GOOD DAY”—CELESTE POMERANTZ TAKES ON THE VANCOUVER ISLAND TRIFECTA
JOHANSSON AND HÖLL WOW INNSBRUCK FANS AS LEMOINE AND GOOMES ALSO SHINE
HÖLL AND HATTON TAKE THE GOLD IN INNSBRUCK DOWNHILL
ROBIN GOOMES & TOMAS LEMOINE TAKE GOLD & MAKE HISTORY AT CLIF SPEED &…
CRANKWORX INNSBRUCK IS UNDERWAY THIS WEEK
PHOTO GALLERY: OUR FAVORITE READER SUBMITTED PHOTOS
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: OSPREY RAPTOR PRO HYDRATION PACK
Places To Ride: Rock House Trail In San Diego, Ca
Return To Earth-By Sterling Lorence
The contact points on your bike (saddle, grips, handlebars, and pedals) can often be overlooked in their importance. From what we’ve found, most riders have a particular setup when it comes to their handlebars, while others will keep it as is from the day it rolled out of a bike shop. Some will argue that handlebars are arguably the most important contact point on your bike and need careful attention.
Used, abused and put up to the test by our wrecking crew, the PNW Range handlebar has a sturdy construction and is made with a 2014-T73 heat-treated alloy. PNW chose this material because it closely resembles carbon’s chatter absorbing qualities in a value-driven product for all riders. They stick to having one option that has a 10-degree backsweep, 5-degree upsweep, and a 30mm rise to put a rider’s arms and shoulders in a relaxed position.
Clamp diameter: 35mm or 31.8mm
Weight: 31.8mm/314g, 35mm/310g
Colors: Orange, Dune, teal, red, grey
Taking inspiration from the original XC 10D flat bar, the latest 10D Rizer now has an 800mm-wide trail bar with a generous 10-degree backsweep to help wrist alignment, 4-degree upsweep to reduce pressure on the outside of the hand, and 20mm rise for an upright yet comfortable pedal position.
If you are the type of rider that loves the feel and quality of titanium then you are no stranger to the price tag it will also bring. However, there is a class of riders that would appreciate these Thomson handlebars. There is no doubt that they will be heavier than carbon, but there is a gain of comfort and stiffness in a material that will last a lifetime.
The Renthal Fatbar Carbon is designed with the intention of being the ultimate downhill racing handlebar. Used by Aaron Gwin, this lightweight handlebar can also be utilized on a trail bike where a rider needs a wide, strong, and comfortable contact point. The Fatbar Carbon comes in the 35- or 31.8mm clamp option and in four different rise options.
Clamp diameter: 35mm or 31.8mm
Rise: 10mm, 20mm, 30mm, or 40mm
ProTaper Carbon bars feature PFL (Plastic Foam Lamination) manufacturing. PFL utilizes tiny particles and steam pressure in the lamination process to expand and shape the structure of the bars. The process uses less excess resin and fewer pieces, resulting in a 15-percent-lighter bar. ProTaper also has a textured Grit Grip finish in clamp areas to help mitigate over-tightening components that are mounted to these lightweight handlebars.
The multi-position Jones H-Bar is designed to provide riders with more hand positions for their rides. The crossbar on the Loop H-Bar sweeps forward to allow the levers to go behind the crossbar instead of in front. This helps give uninterrupted hand positions and with clearance for grip/twist shifters to fit on the rearward extensions.
Use: Ergonomic hand positions, bikepacking, trail
Weight: 710mm/525 grams, 660mm/515 grams
This is a superlight cross-country carbon handlebar that will bring a smile to any gram counter’s face and bike. Fair warning that this set of handlebars from Pro does run a little small in length with a 740mm width. Ideal for some, but many riders will prefer or want more width to cut down as they please.
The TAG Metals T1 Carbon handlebars keep things sleek with features like their speed-adjust markings for levers, shifters, grips and stem. This option is also considerably light given its price and uses TAG’s Oval Tech construction for this carbon handlebar to help minimize arm pump, bar vibration and maximize steering responsiveness.
Rise: 10mm, 20mm, 30mm, or 40mm
The Highside from Deity Components has one of the highest rises at 80mm or 50mm. Available with a 35mm diameter and an 800mm width, they can be used on any bike, but are best suited for dirt jumpers and slopestyle riders. Beyond the world of bike tricks, anyone looking to sit more upright, alleviate back pain, or simply set themselves into a more comfortable riding position should add this to their list of options.
Weight: 50mm/365g, 80mm 375g
Colors: Orange, blue, red, bronze, Stealth, white, Turq
The Whiskey No.9 Flat Bar is a blend of value, weight savings and delivers a more forward position over the bike for a more aggressive riding style. These bars come with an 840mm width. You’ll likely cut them down, but they do give you plenty of length to play with.
Mountain bike component manufacturer OneUp brings its comfort-enhancing oval-shaped handlebar technology to electric bikes with its all-new Carbon E-bar. According to OneUp, this eMTB-specific handlebar is 20% more compliant than other carbon bars on the market because of its oval shaping. The shape also adds steering stiffness and responsiveness – something that never hurts while throwing around a heavier ebike. Integrated wire ports for Shimano STEPS electric bike controls and displays or any remote with a connector diameter less than 6.5mm clean the cockpit and it passes the Zedler E-MTB Advanced Plus and international DH standard (ASTM Cat. 5 Downhill). Despite its strength, OneUp claims that it is the most compliant eMTB-rated bar on the market.
Decal Kits: Red, Green, Blue, Orange, Gold, Matte Bronze, Black, Purple, Oil Slick, and White
FIRST LOOK: SCOR KID’S MOUTAIN BIKES
FIRST LOOK: SCOR KID’S MOUTAIN BIKES
THROWBACK THURSDAY: GARY FISHER AND THE UNPROFITABLE RS-1
UTAH DEBUTS NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK THIS SUMMER
VIDEO: BRANDON SEMENUK IN “BETTER LATE”
LONG TERM REVIEW: YT DECOY MX ELECTRIC BIKE
DRIVETRAIN OF THE FUTURE: ZERODE KATIPO TRAIL LONG TERM…
LONG TERM REVIEW: SPECIALIZED STUMPJUMPER EVO ELITE ALLOY
MBA TESTED: MULLET CYCLES HONEYMAKER AND PEACEMAKER
GIMMICK OR INNOVATION? AVERY REMTECH MAGNETIC CLIPLESS PEDAL REVIEW
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: ROCKYMOUNTS MONORAIL 2 HITCH RACK
MBA WRECKING CREW FAVORITE: TROY LEE DESIGNS A3 HELMET
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: HAMMERHEAD KAROO 2 CYCLING COMPUTER
VIDEO: BRANDON SEMENUK IN “BETTER LATE”
“CAUTION: TRAIL BUILDING IN PROGRESS”—THE FUNNIEST VIDEO THIS WEEK
VIDEO: DANNY MACASKILL IN EUROPE
ASK MBA: ARE CLIPLESS PEDALS REALLY BETTER THAN FLATS?
ASK MBA: GIVING THE BOOT TO FLAT TIRES
ASK MBA: WHAT’S UP WITH GPS DATA INCONSISTENCIES?
ASK MBA: WHAT’S A SAFE FOLLOWING DISTANCE WHILE RIDING?
RICHIE RUDE’S YETI SB 150 ENDURO RACE SETUP AND SECRETS TO WINNING
FINN ILES: HOW HE BECAME A STAR WHEN HE WAS 14
KIALANI HINES’ SECRETS TO SPEED
RIDING WITH MOUNTAIN BIKE PRO ATHLETES
UTAH DEBUTS NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK THIS SUMMER
THE ESCAPE: BACK TO THE ROOTS WITH FRISCHI
“A GOOD DAY”—CELESTE POMERANTZ TAKES ON THE VANCOUVER ISLAND TRIFECTA
JOHANSSON AND HÖLL WOW INNSBRUCK FANS AS LEMOINE AND GOOMES ALSO SHINE
HÖLL AND HATTON TAKE THE GOLD IN INNSBRUCK DOWNHILL
ROBIN GOOMES & TOMAS LEMOINE TAKE GOLD & MAKE HISTORY AT CLIF SPEED &…
CRANKWORX INNSBRUCK IS UNDERWAY THIS WEEK
PHOTO GALLERY: OUR FAVORITE READER SUBMITTED PHOTOS
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: OSPREY RAPTOR PRO HYDRATION PACK
Places To Ride: Rock House Trail In San Diego, Ca
Return To Earth-By Sterling Lorence
GIMMICK OR INNOVATION? AVERY REMTECH MAGNETIC CLIPLESS PEDAL REVIEW
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: ROCKYMOUNTS MONORAIL 2 HITCH RACK
MBA WRECKING CREW FAVORITE: TROY LEE DESIGNS A3 HELMET
MBA WRECKING CREW TESTED: HAMMERHEAD KAROO 2 CYCLING COMPUTER
VIDEO: BRANDON SEMENUK IN “BETTER LATE”
“CAUTION: TRAIL BUILDING IN PROGRESS”—THE FUNNIEST VIDEO THIS WEEK
VIDEO: DANNY MACASKILL IN EUROPE
ASK MBA: ARE CLIPLESS PEDALS REALLY BETTER THAN FLATS?
ASK MBA: GIVING THE BOOT TO FLAT TIRES
ASK MBA: WHAT’S UP WITH GPS DATA INCONSISTENCIES?
ASK MBA: WHAT’S A SAFE FOLLOWING DISTANCE WHILE RIDING?
RICHIE RUDE’S YETI SB 150 ENDURO RACE SETUP AND SECRETS TO WINNING
FINN ILES: HOW HE BECAME A STAR WHEN HE WAS 14
KIALANI HINES’ SECRETS TO SPEED
RIDING WITH MOUNTAIN BIKE PRO ATHLETES
UTAH DEBUTS NEW MOUNTAIN BIKE PARK THIS SUMMER
THE ESCAPE: BACK TO THE ROOTS WITH FRISCHI
“A GOOD DAY”—CELESTE POMERANTZ TAKES ON THE VANCOUVER ISLAND TRIFECTA
JOHANSSON AND HÖLL WOW INNSBRUCK FANS AS LEMOINE AND GOOMES ALSO SHINE
HÖLL AND HATTON TAKE THE GOLD IN INNSBRUCK DOWNHILL
ROBIN GOOMES & TOMAS LEMOINE TAKE GOLD & MAKE HISTORY AT CLIF SPEED &…
CRANKWORX INNSBRUCK IS UNDERWAY THIS WEEK
PHOTO GALLERY: OUR FAVORITE READER SUBMITTED PHOTOS
PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: OSPREY RAPTOR PRO HYDRATION PACK
Places To Ride: Rock House Trail In San Diego, Ca
Return To Earth-By Sterling Lorence
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